In the words of Vyaas Houston, founder of the American Sanskrit Institute:
"Sanskrit is the language of mantra, words of power subtly attuned to the unseen harmonies of the matrix of creation. Its effectiveness as a language of meditation and yoga relies largely on correct pronunciation, and the attention given to it. Sanskrit's power is also greatly enhanced by a direct understanding of its words and meanings."
Enjoy!
– Rick
Yoga Center Amherst – Dec 6th 2008
Opening Mantra
This chant is the invocation for the Yajur Veda, one of the ancient texts of the Vedic tradition. We begin every Kirtan with this chant which is raditionally chanted at the opening and closing of a teaching.
saha navavatu
saha nau bhunaktu
saha viryam karavavahai
tejasvi navadhitamastu
ma vidvishavahai
Om Shanti Shanti Shanti
May both of us together be protected.
May both of us together be nourished.
May we work together with great energy.
May our study together be brilliant and effective.
May we not hate or dispute with each other.
Om, Peace, Peace, Peace.
Every Kirtan ends with a short period of silent meditation.
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